KID-FRIENDLY PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces fun-shaped pasta, such as radiatore
8 slices thin bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash sugar, optional
10 ounces grape tomatoes (yellow and red), halved lengthwise
1/2 pound Cheddar, cut into small cubes
3 green onions, thinly sliced
Ground black pepper
24 whole basil leaves, chiffonade

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Then drain and rinse in cold water until cool. Set aside.
  • Cut the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and throw into a large skillet. Saute until slightly crisp, and then remove to a paper-towel-lined-plate.
  • For the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, salt, and sugar if using in a small bowl.
  • Stir together the pasta, dressing, tomatoes, bacon, Cheddar and green onions in a large mixing bowl. Taste for seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Stir in the basil at the end.

Mani murshad
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This pasta salad is a great way to change up your usual pasta routine. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful.


MD Sohail Hossen
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.


Ibrahym Yusuph
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This pasta salad is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sunil samaroo
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I love that this pasta salad is made with whole wheat pasta. It's a healthier option than traditional pasta salad.


Eduart Zhavara
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Narayan Ch
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Fabian Onyejekwe
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful.


Mic For literature
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before a party or potluck.


Mufti Qasmi
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I love how versatile this pasta salad is. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Aliyah Adekola
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This pasta salad is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the fun colors and shapes.


Rarian Rarian
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit. The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


Dominic Washek
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Jeo
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the picky eaters.


Priyam Patel
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This pasta salad was a hit with my kids! They loved the colorful vegetables and the tangy dressing.